The School of the Arts (SOTA) is a public city school located in the heart of Rochester’s cultural district.  If you’re talented, interested in the arts, desire high academic achievement and want to develop those skills, SOTA is the place for you!  Students at the School of the Arts carry a full academic course load in addition to a rigorous fine arts sequence.
SOTA serves students in grades 7 through 12.

Students choose a fine arts concentration in one of six subject areas: Creative Writing, Dance, Drama, Music (Instrumental or Vocal), Theatre Technology, or Visual Arts. Students must pass an audition to gain acceptance.  SOTA’s outstanding faculty and staff create an educational environment that is safe, nurturing, and promotes life-long learning. 

Each semester, students are required to participate in performances and exhibitions within their major field of study.  In order to accommodate their academic workload and fine arts concentration, SOTA students commit to an extended school day. 
Students who attend SOTA may also wish to participate in any of the more than 80 athletic teams and events throughout the school year.

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